I appreciate humor to cut the tension that comes with therapy and Dr. D does just that. Trust is a major factor in some of my issues and immediately upon meeting Dr. D. I felt safe and able to share for once in my life.
Dr. John DeGaglia, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
John is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with John. View 37 reviews
- Great news, John is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida and California
Recent reviews
Great listener and very helpful with perspective when talking with me through my problems
More about John
- 25 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC, LPCC
The selection of a psychotherapist is an intensely personal private intimate decision. Therapy is about one thing: focused communication. With the appropriate modification of language, we can think differently. If we think differently, we can change behaviors. And if we consistently change behaviors, they can become long-term, therapeutic, healthy change. Yes, that journey begins with the first step.
My journey began last century with graduate school and licensure. Spent many years working with our incarcerated brothers and sisters. Their needs are real and varied. Being on the “outside” doesn’t mean you aren’t still incarcerated. Spent over a dozen years working with a Native American community. So many needs and so little time. A very special time in my life working with all ages, all needs, often through the assistance of an interpreter. From that chapter, I moved into substance abuse eventually becoming clinical director at several programs. Sobriety like therapy is a day-to-day process and there is nothing wrong with that. Perfection is not possible but excellence is attainable! Lastly, as a former first responder, spent over a decade assisting that community with critical incident stress. Actually, earned a doctorate with the research we all generated together. Nothing quite prepares you for that profession and the significant costs it exacts but if you would just like the opportunity to be, in a kind of ministry of presence, that is one of the reasons I am here . . . And for all, sometimes absolutely the best therapy comes from being with someone in a special moment without saying a word.
So, how bout it? Even if it is not me, will you continue your search and seek? Why? Because there are some people on this Earth who do not need to meet you, be in a relationship with you, who know without a shadow of a doubt you are special! Unique! You are worthy! And although it may not be fashionable, will tell you are loved! Enjoy your journey and take that step and just maybe our paths will cross. Looking forward to it . . .
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Depression
First responder issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Post-traumatic stress
Licenses
Dr. John DeGaglia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326026063.
- LMHC · Florida · MH5115 · Expires March 2025
- LPCC · California · 16726 · Expires June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. John DeGaglia
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I appreciate humor to cut the tension that comes with therapy and Dr. D does just that. Trust is a major factor in some of my issues and immediately upon meeting Dr. D. I felt safe and able to share for once in my life.
Great listener and very helpful with perspective when talking with me through my problems
Dr. DeGaglia has such a great perspective, different from any therapist I've worked with
Very sound advice
Dr. DeGaglia is an amazing therapist with an empathetic approach that is felt the moment he is assigned as your therapist. I have never encountered a therapist who listens as attentively as Dr. DeGaglia does. From the very first session, I felt understood and supported, which is crucial in therapy. His empathetic approach is not just a technique but a genuine quality that shines through in every interaction. He creates a safe space where I can openly discuss my thoughts and feelings without judgment. Dr. DeGaglia‘s insights are profound, and he has a remarkable ability to guide me towards clarity and self-discovery. I am incredibly grateful for his expertise and compassionate guidance. If you're looking for a therapist who truly cares about your well-being and can help you navigate life's challenges with wisdom and kindness, Dr. DeGaglia is an excellent choice.
Dr. DeGaglia is one of the best therapists I’ve ever had. His energy is captivating and inspiring. As a patient, he not only addresses my mental well being, but my physical as well. We often discuss health and exercise, which is so important in regards to mental well being. I appreciate him so much and couldn’t make it through this tough time in my life without him. I’m very lucky to have such an intelligent AND kindhearted therapist.
I am very happy with the therapist only because I have been tempted to quit, but he was patient with me and he’s very hands-on very attentive check on me almost every day something that I’m not used to that I had to adjust to someone that’s giving that much professional help and care. I’m very happy with him.
best professional experience of my life.
Dr. Degaglia is a great therapist who listens and provides feedback. He's professional and personable and has helped me immensely in the short time I've been working with him.
10/10 would recommend
Dr. DeGaglia has changed my life for the better. I would recommend him in a heartbeat.
This guy is pretty awesome, he makes you feel very comfortable to discuss your thoughts and feelings. I look forward to further discussions with him in the future.
The greatest help in my life.
Great doctor, great coach, and enthusiasm shines through. Really great and responsive- I’ve really enjoyed our conversations!
Dr DeGaglia has a very positive energy and outlook and I appreciate his insight. I highly recommend him as a therapist.
Dr. DeGaglia is truly the best! I am lucky to have found him!!
I have nothing but positive things to say.
He's the best very welcoming and full of stars
I love working with John. After only one month, I can feel a big shift in my perspective and a lot of insight in how I can be better to show up in my own life.
Dr. DeGaglia is a kind and genuine person. I trust him to guide me through good times and hard times. He is very professional and can be relied upon. Ten outta ten as a human. Solid dude.
He is extremely receptive and he is really helping me sort through some challenging emotions and thoughts.
Personable, kind and eager to listen and offer assistance.
Dr. DeGaglia is the best therapist I’ve ever had. He’s more then exceptional!
I thought he was great, he understood what my concerns were and then provided information for me to review and practice. Gave me sound advice. I would refer him to anyone seeking some assistance with life’s stresses
Not sure where I would be without his guidance and kindness.
Dr. D is amazing. He truly cares and is great at assisting/providing insight and options to become the best version of yourself. 11/10 recommend!
It is my great pleasure to recommend Dr. DeGaglia! He is the best therapist I've ever had in my entire life and that speaks volumes! He truly cares about his patients and is truly passionate about helping others. He is also practical and reasonable! He helped me get through a semi-life-changing event and without him I truly believe things wouldn't have gone so smoothly. Right away I messaged him and he was able to find time in his busy schedule for my emergency, by the time the secession was done we had figured out, what happened, why it happened, and how we move forward. He's helped me develop a reasonable action plan and in between that kept me healthy and grounded. He is very intelligent and well-versed in many different modalities of therapy and life. This is very important. I can't believe the quality of therapist to have found here on betterhelp.com. I am so truly grateful and appreciative of his time and energy. We've been working together I think just a couple of months and things are just getting better and clearer. He also has a wonderful personality and is very relatable. Don't think twice, def go with him! Wish I found him a year ago, heck even years ago, I truly believe my life would be tons different. But everything happens for a reason, he is part of my journey now.
Dr DeGalia has been so influential on this journey of personal growth which I’ve embarked upon my life has increased dramatically im forever grateful
I haven’t felt this good about myself in a long time and while it’s work in progress I’m finding all the guidance and help from Dr.DeGaglia extremely helpful. Like he says, it’s a marathon not a sprint :)
Absolutely Amazing! I feel very fortunate to have been paired up with Dr. DeGaglia... He really knows how to help clients by giving them exactly what they need.
Great experience thus far. Very happy.
Dr DeGaglia actually listens and is very helpful. He is positively encouraging and supportive. He is quick to respond also. I highly reccoend him and I have been in concealing before a good therapist is hard to find. If I need help again I will certainly look for him here
It’s been a good experience with Dr. DeGaglia, after 2 weeks. I look forward to progressing with his insight.
Dr. DeGaglia is a great therapist. Truly helped me address my main concerns. With his guidance I’ve walked away with tools that are life changing! Excellent therapist and life coach.
Dr.DeGaglia is the genuinely the best therapist I have ever had. I have been in therapy from age 7 and have gone through many many therapists. I feel extremely comfortable telling him anything and everything without being judged. I never thought I would want a male therapist BUT his specialties and areas of focus as well as his education drew me in and I’m so happy it did. The way he approaches trauma therapy is so different. It is gentle and slow building up and then pretty intense (as intense as I chose) which I’ve asked him to go hard on me, challenge my thoughts/ thought patterns and I feel that he has done this better than all 20+ therapists I’ve seen for over 10 sessions each.
Dr D is a great therapist, He helped me a lot with my difficulties at work highly recommended
The therapist has been very helpful for me. Thanks.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. John DeGaglia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. John DeGaglia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. John DeGaglia speak?
Dr. John DeGaglia speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. John DeGaglia have?
Dr. John DeGaglia has 25 years of experience.
Where is Dr. John DeGaglia licensed to practice?
Dr. John DeGaglia is licensed to practice in Florida and California.
Does Dr. John DeGaglia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. John DeGaglia does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Dr. John DeGaglia?
Dr. John DeGaglia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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